Joy and Heather McKean grew up in a musical
family which nurtured their talent in such a way that the girls
were performing on stage and radio by the ages of 10 and eight
respectively. In 1949, they began presenting their own country
music radio show from 2KY in Sydney, and by 1951 were recording
for the now legendary Rodeo Records.
The McKean Sisters gave us country classics
like The Gymkhana Yodel, Yodel Down The Valley and The
Morning Mail. In 1953, Joy and Heather started pursuing solo
careers, and also became two of Australia's most successful managers,
working closely with their respective spouses Slim Dusty and
Reg Lindsay.
Both Joy and Heather are still very active
in many facets of country music.
